Cristina Basanta Almagro
About Cristina Basanta Almagro
Cristina Basanta Almagro serves as the Gerente de Operaciones de Certificación Sistemas at Applus, a position she has held since 2012. She has extensive experience in operations management, training needs assessment, and certification systems development.
Current Role at Applus+
Cristina Basanta Almagro serves as the Gerente de Operaciones de Certificación Sistemas at Applus+, a position she has held since 2012. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing operations related to certification systems. Her duties include managing large account projects, ensuring alignment with company objectives, and maintaining client satisfaction. Cristina also ensures that all operations comply with the quality standards set by the Business Unit Certificación de Sistemas and Accreditation Bodies.
Previous Experience at Applus+
Cristina has a substantial history with Applus+, having worked in various roles since 2005. She served as Auditor Jefe de Sistemas de Gestión from 2005 to 2009, where she focused on management system audits. Following this, she was the Responsable de Operaciones from 2009 to 2012, overseeing operations in Madrid and surrounding areas. Her extensive experience within the company has contributed to her current leadership position.
Educational Background
Cristina Basanta Almagro studied at Universidad Complutense de Madrid, where she earned a Licenciada en Sociología from 1993 to 1999. She furthered her education at INSTITUTO EUROPEO DE SALUD Y BIENESTAR SOCIAL, achieving a Técnico Superior en Prevención de Riesgos Laborales in Ergonomía y Psicosociología, Seguridad en el Trabajo e Higiene from 2003 to 2004. This educational foundation supports her expertise in occupational safety and health.
Responsibilities and Initiatives
In her current role, Cristina oversees the detection and management of training needs and opportunities for personnel in her region. She is responsible for the preparation and management of public tenders and referential certifications. Additionally, she has developed and managed proprietary certification systems, including 'empresa saludable' and compliance certifications, which reflect her commitment to enhancing operational standards.